Being middle-class and insured doesn't shield you from the shock of medical bills after childbirth. Jessica, who gave birth at Hospital Sisters Health System, faced this reality. The hospital said they can't discuss individual cases but are committed to fair billing. After NBC News contacted SIU Med
Jessica and Jimmy Hurley were thrilled to welcome their premature twins, Perry and Kinser, into the world. But the joy was short-lived as the medical bills started piling up. Their insurance wasn't covering everything, and they found themselves drowning in debt. The couple was shocked to discover th
It's election season, and the candidates are making their final pleas. Vice President Kamala Harris promised to find common ground and help with economic issues, like controlling grocery prices and assisting first-time home buyers. On the other hand, former President Donald Trump focused on immigrat
Think college is the only way to success? Think again. New numbers show that fewer students are signing up for traditional four-year degrees. Why? Costs are sky-high, and student loans are out of control. Plus, the government isn't making it easy. The mess with the Free Application for Federal Stude
On September 23, UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves spoke at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, hinting at the upcoming budget. This is Labour's first budget in 15 years, and it's causing a stir. Will there be tax hikes or spending cuts? Reeves hinted at a change in debt rules to free up funds
Jon McNeill, the former president of Tesla and Lyft, shared his insights on innovative thinking during the World Business Forum in New York City. He introduced the idea of "innovation by subtraction, " which emphasizes simplifying goals and processes to achieve massive success. McNeill highlighted T
Are you drowning in student loan debt due to unexpected hardships? The Biden administration has come up with a new idea to help out. On Friday, they proposed a plan that might forgive loans for people hit by serious problems like natural disasters or huge medical bills. It's still not clear exactly
Imagine having a hard time paying your student loans because life threw you some unexpected curveballs. The U. S. Education Department has proposed new rules that could provide debt relief for nearly 8 million borrowers facing financial hardships. These hardships might include high medical costs, ch
Director Colin Barnicle, helming the Netflix docuseries on the 2004 Red Sox, shared insights into the candid interviews and storytelling process. He recalled Tom Werner's bold prediction after Game 3 of the 2004 ALCS, despite his internal doubts. Barnicle was impressed by the openness of players lik
In a surprising turn of events, a radio station in Krakow, Poland, has ditched human journalists for AI-generated presenters. The station, OFF Radio Krakow, announced its new AI hosts this week, aiming to connect with younger listeners. These virtual characters will discuss cultural, artistic, and s
